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Best 29040 South Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 391 students in 29040, SC.

The top-ranked public school in 29040, SC is Hillcrest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 29040 have an score of 22% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and score of 34% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29040, SC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public schools.

Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 53% (majority Black).

Best 29040, SC Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Hillcrest Middle School

(Math: 22% | Reading: 34%)
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Bottom 50%

4355 Peach Orchard Road
Dalzell, SC 29040
(803) 499-3341

Gr: 6-8 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 29040, SC?

The top-ranked public schools in 29040, SC include Hillcrest Middle School.

How many public schools are located in 29040?

1 public schools are located in 29040.

What is the racial composition of students in 29040?

29040 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 53% (majority Black).